Support Worker

We are seeking full-time and part-time Support Workers to work in our supported living setting, located in Kingston and Hayes. Care workers also need to be able to work on the weekends as we have different shift patterns - Live-in, day and night shift.

Partnership Care & Support Ltd, at our supported living, we believe that everyone deserves a comfortable home they can be proud of. We offer personalized support that adapts to our client needs, and our caring relationships will empower you to develop your confidence and independence. We are not just a care provider; we are a community of caregivers and advocates. Our founder’s personal and professional experiences have shaped the core values of our organization, and we are committed to providing compassionate and person-centred care to all those we serve.

**Responsibilities**:

- Provide support and assistance to individuals with disabilities or special needs in line with their care plan.
- Assist with daily living activities, such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management
- Assist and encourage people to engage in everyday home, social, leisure and work activities, according to the individual’s choice.
- Support people with their health needs as required, e.g. taking medication and attending doctor’s appointments.
- Document and report any changes in behaviour or health status to the appropriate supervisor
- Collaborate with a team of professionals to create and implement individualized care plans.
- Be able to provide excellent customer service
- Knowledge and experience of CQC standards and CQC Compliance
- Undertake any other duties as appropriate.
- All staff are required to follow the Hygiene Code and all company policies and procedures related to it and the Health Act 2006. Failure to comply with any of these may result in disciplinary action up to and including dismissal.

**Requirements**:

- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 3-4 months experience working with individuals with disabilities or special needs
- Enhanced DBS
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Patience, empathy, and compassion for individuals with diverse needs
- Ability to follow instructions and adhere to safety protocols
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

**Pay rate**:
Live-in: £114.20 per shift

Day/night shift: £11.50/hr

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

**Salary**: £11.50 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee mentoring programme
- Flexitime
- Health & wellbeing programme

Day range:

- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday

Physical setting:

- Homecare
- Live-in
- Sheltered housing

Shift:

- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift

Application question(s):

- What Visa are you on?
- Are you a female carer?

Licence/Certification:

- Enhanced DBS (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person